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8 Effective Herbal Remedies For Breast Cancer

[toc]Herbal remedies are very effective for treating breast cancer, alongside medical treatment. Oncologists have provided guidelines for dietary precautions and medical strategies to counter this disease. But there are also several herbs which can be used to heal breast cancer as well. Some of these herbs are Black Cohosh, Barbed Skullcap, Blue Cohosh, Feverfew, Echinacea, Astragalus, Butcher’s Broom, Dandelion Root, Virgin’s Mantle, Chasteberry and Dong Quai.

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Some other herbs which can be used for this purpose are Saw Palmetto, Ginseng, Hops, Licorice, Motherwort, Red Clover, Wild Yam and Cat’s Claw. A popular herbal remedy for breast cancer is Turmeric. Some of these herbal remedies are explored further in this article. Do consult your doctor before opting for any of these herbs to treat breast cancer.


8 Top Herbal Remedies For Breast Cancer

Turmeric

Curcuma Longa is the botanical name of this herb. Turmeric has been documented by several researchers as being one of the most effective herbal remedies for breast cancer. Turmeric contains a substance called curcumin which gives this herb anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. Research shows that Turmeric can also shrink cancerous tumors and inhibit the supply of blood and nutrients to the tumor.

This ensures that the tumor stops growing or spreading to the other parts of the body. Turmeric is thus a very important herbal cure for breast cancer. The dried root or rhizome of this herb can be ground into powder using a pestle or a blender and then added to a glass of hot water or milk and consumed for best results. Ensure that you also use Turmeric powder as a spice in your food. Researchers have found that countries such as India where this herb is regularly used as a spice are less prone to many forms of cancer including breast cancer.

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Chaparral

Larrea Mexicana is the Latin name by which this herb is also known. Chaparral is a good remedy for breast cancer because it improves the immunity of the body and prevents metastasis of the cancerous tumor to other parts of the body. Chaparral also removes the size of the breast cancer tumors.

This herb is antimicrobial and it is also rich in antioxidants. It raises the energy and activity level of breast cancer patients. The extract or supplement containing this herb can be taken for availing its health benefits. This herb is also known as Jarilla.

Chaparral


Dandelion Root

Taraxacum Officinale is the name given by botanists to this herb. Conventional medical treatments target tumor cells but often miss out on rare cancer stem cells. Researchers have found that Dandelion Root targets not only the tumor cells but also breast cancer stem cells. This makes it an ideal remedy for breast cancer patients. Chemical mediated breast cancer can be prevented by using Dandelion Root because this herbal remedy detoxifies carcinogens and protects the tissues of the body from rapid carcinogenesis.

Certain breast cancer cells undergo apoptosis or programmed cell death upon taking this herbal remedy, according to researchers. You can take this herbal remedy in the form of tincture, tea or capsule. Dandelion root can also be combined with other herbal remedies. Dandelion root should not be taken as a remedy by those persons who are allergic to flowers of the daisy family such as Asters and Rag Weed.

Dandelion Root

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Virgin’s Mantle

Fagonia Cretica is the botanical name bestowed on this herb.  Extracts of this herb have been proven effective in killing cancerous cells in test tubes, according to researchers. This herb is also used to make medicinal tea drunk by breast cancer patients in Asian countries. Virgin’s Mantle contains anti-cancer ingredients which prevent cancerous cells from proliferating or spreading in the body. This herb is native to arid regions in Asian countries like India and Pakistan.

Researchers have also found that tea made from the extract of this herb kills cancer cells but does not damage normal breast cells, unlike chemotherapy. Therefore, tea made from this herb does not have the side effects of chemotherapy but it displays the same anti-cancer properties as conventional anti-cancer drugs. This herb also alters the DNA of the cells, thereby increasing its capacity to resist tumor growth. Therefore, tea made from Virgin’s Mantle extract is one of the best herbal cures for breast cancer.

Virgins Mantle


Barbed Skullcap

This is a special variety belonging to the Skullcap herb family. Barbed Skullcap is a well known herbal remedy in many countries. In China, this herb is known as Ban Zhi Lian. Apoptosis or cell death of breast cancer cells results upon the use of this herb, according to researchers.  Barbed Skullcap also prevents glycosis which is the process of breakdown of glycogen that supplies as much as 90 percent of the energy to breast cancer cells.

Therefore, taking Barbed Skullcap extract or supplement will cause the breast cancer cells to be destroyed and stop the cancer from spreading or growing. Barbed Skullcap is known botanically as Scutellaria Barbata. It is an unbeatable herbal remedy for breast cancer.

Barbed Skullcap


Cat’s Claw

The botanical name given to this herb is Uncaria Tomentosa. Cat’s Claw is very useful for ensuring relief from the side effects of chemotherapy or radiotherapy. It has also been proven that this herb can actually reduce the size of the tumor. It is an efficacious herbal remedy for breast cancer.

Cat’s Claw also helps in the process of phagocytosis or the cleaning up process of white blood cells or leukocytes. This herb is an immunostimulant which really helps to counter the fatigue and boosts energy levels in breast cancer patients.

Cats Claw


Astragalus

In China, this herb is known as Huang Qi. This herb boosts the immune system by increasing the production of interferons. It also helps the immune system to identify cancerous cells. Researchers have found that survival time doubled in patients who took this herb alongside radiotherapy.

Astragalus root extract can be taken for treating breast cancer using natural cures. Astragalus is known botanically as Astragalus Membranaceus. It is also called Milk Vetch or Loco Weed. Astragalus also boosts energy levels and wards off fatigue and exhaustion in breast cancer patients.

Astragalus


Basil

Basil is used as a culinary herb in most regions, especially Italy. Many varieties of this herb exist including Sweet Basil and Holy Basil. Basil is also a good herbal remedy for breast cancer. Researchers have found that Basil prevents carcinogenesis or the growth of new cancerous tumors. It also helps to protect against the development of cancer cells, according to some experts.

You can chew fresh Basil leaves for getting the benefits of this herb. Its curative powers can also be absorbed by using fresh or dried leaves of this herb to brew tea which can be consumed regularly. You can use natural sweeteners like honey to ensure the tea is well flavored. You can add Basil leaves to your dishes and gravies as well for healing breast cancer.

Basil

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